Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC) Recruitment 2025

Organization & Job Location Details

• Governing Ministry: Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India
• City: New Delhi
• State: Delhi
• Country: India
• Postal Code: 110020
• Street Address: Room No. 411, 4th Floor, NSIC Business Park, Okhla Industrial Estate, Phase-III, New Delhi – 110020

Scientific Positions – Direct Recruitment

Eligibility Criteria – Scientific Posts

• Essential Qualification: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemical Sciences, Computational and Information Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Veterinary Sciences from a recognized University or Institute.
• Experience Requirement:
  • Deputy Director General (Science): Minimum 16 years post-qualification experience
  • Director (Science): Minimum 12 years post-qualification experience
  • Deputy Director (Science): Minimum 4 years post-qualification experience
• Experience must be in Research & Development, Management and Administration, Planning, Industry, Academic Institutions, or Science & Technology Organizations with a broad perspective of biotechnology.

Administrative Positions – Deputation / Short-Term Contract

Eligibility Criteria – Deputation Posts

• Officers from Central Government, State Government, Universities, Public Sector Undertakings, and Government-funded research organizations are eligible to apply.
• Required educational qualifications include relevant postgraduate degrees, graduate degree with postgraduate diploma, or professional qualifications such as CA, ICWA, CMA, or CS, depending on the post.
• Minimum supervisory or administrative experience ranging from 5 to 15 years, as specified post-wise in the notification.

Age Limit & Relaxation

• Maximum age for Direct Recruitment posts: 50 years
• Maximum age for Deputation posts: 56 years
• Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules

Application Fees

• Deputy Director General (Science): ₹1500/-
• Director (Science): ₹1000/-
• Deputy Director (Science): ₹1000/-
• SC / ST / Women Candidates: Exempted from application fee

Selection Process

• Applications will be screened and shortlisted by a committee approved by the competent authority.
• Shortlisted candidates may be called for interview or assessment as decided by BRIC.
• The decision of the competent authority regarding eligibility, shortlisting, and final selection shall be final and binding.

Important Dates

Application Process

1. Applications must be submitted online only through the designated portals for Direct Recruitment and Deputation.
2. Candidates must upload self-attested copies of all required documents, including age proof, educational qualifications, experience certificates, category certificates (if applicable), and fee receipt.
3. All documents must be uploaded in PDF, JPG, or PNG format within the prescribed size limits.
4. Incomplete applications or applications received after the due date will be summarily rejected.

Reservation Details

Scientific posts have been advertised under the Unreserved (UR) category. Reservation, age relaxation, and other benefits will be applicable as per Government of India norms wherever applicable.

Helpline & Contact Information

• Email: icgeb-bric-rectt@icgeb.res.in
• Contact Person: Ms. Rakhi Arora, Manager (Personnel Unit)
• Phone (Office): 011-26741007 (Extension 209)
• Mobile: 9717500488

Other Important Instructions & Disclaimers

• No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the selection process.
• Probation period for Direct Recruitment posts will be two years, extendable as per applicable rules.
• BRIC reserves the right to reject or cancel any or all applications or advertised posts at any stage without assigning any reason.
• Deputation will initially be for a minimum period of three years, extendable up to five years as per Government of India rules.

Official Links

• Official Notification: https://thsti.res.in/public/upload/news/1764737350img.pdf
• Official Website: https://apexbtic.icgeb.res.in